I’ll admit, I was a little skeptical about “healing crystals and stones” at first. But, the more I read about it, the more interesting I found it to be. Whether you think it’s all placebo or not doesn’t really matter. It’s like horoscopes. Sometimes, it’s just fun to learn about. Here’s a list of some healing stones and their purposes.

Moonstone is associated with the Moon and thus is a an especially beneficial stone for women. A stone of intuition and insight, moonstone is also believed to promote fertility and to aid conception by nurturing the reproductive system. Many women like Moonstone for its ability to balance hormonal and menstrual cycles.

Obsidian is used for its ability to protect its wearer from negative energy. If you have a particularly difficult coworker or nosy neighbor, this stone may benefit you. It promotes interpersonal harmony while shielding you from malicious intent.

As rose quartz is a “love stone”, garnet is a “passion stone”. This stone promotes intense feelings of love and devotion. Garnet balances the sex drive and encourages emotional harmony. Do you want to spice things up at home? Wear some garnet for a few weeks. Who knows what’ll happen? Wink. Wink.

Labradorite is called a stone of transformation which can facilitate change in your life. It is said to impart strength and perseverance through challenges. If you’re going through some transitions, plop one of these beauties in your pocket and see if you feel better!